Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel through a coordinated campaign to dox, jail and ultimately deport student activists.
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E. Jean Carroll has been paid more than $5 million in damages, three years after a jury found President Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation of the writer. Here, Carroll departs Manhattan federal appeals court following arguments in an appeal brought by Trump in New York City in Se...
The Senate passed a bill four years ago to make daylight saving time permanent, but it stalled in the House.
Neighbors were passionate at Monday's city council meeting. Culver City leaders are moving forward with a major Overland Avenue traffic project and extended a temporary ban on new drive-thrus.
The UC regents chair set a firm and fast deadline for a faculty recommendation on the use of SAT scores in admissions. Professors, advocates and the Trump administration are watching the high-stakes study.
Officials also said they anticipate cases of cyclosporiasis to continue increasing in the U.S., possibly through the end of August.
Olympian Suni Lee is officially returning to competitive gymnastics ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The U.S. House has passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which would allow states to enact Daylight Saving Time year-round — with an option to opt out. The legislation now heads to the Senate, which will need to approve it for it to become law.
Nearly 300,000 students in California were identified as experiencing homelessness in 2024-25, according to state data.(Laure Andrillon / CalMatters)California’s latest budget includes $116 million over three years to help schools identify and support students experiencing homelessness — the fi...
A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, authorities said.
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
Julie Goforth, 63, was last seen riding her dirt bike in the sprawling El Mirage Dry Lake Off Highway Recreation Area near Adelanto.
United Airlines is introducing a new Economy Plus seating option that replaces the traditional middle seat with an open space and shared table.
Spain's Pedro Porro celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the World Cup semifinal against France on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.(Paul Ellis / Getty Images) Spain is going back to the World Cup final, after defeating France 2-0 in a dominant semifinal performance. It was a tough end fo...
President Donald Trump gave Iraq's new prime minister an effusive welcome at the White House on Tuesday.
A clawed caper at the Santa Monica Pier went awry despite 'sophisticated' attempts by suspects to get away with poaching roughly three dozen spiny lobsters, authorities said.
The U.S. military says it has reimposed its blockade of Iranian ports in response to Iran's attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel through a coordinated campaign to dox, jail and ultimately deport student activists.
Six suspects were arrested at the Santa Monica Pier after California wildlife officials used specialized K9s to uncover an illegal spiny lobster poaching operation.
A Filipino national pleaded guilty Monday to bringing hundreds of pounds of cocaine from Ecuador to the United States that was meant for a Mexican cartel, officials say.
July 14, 2026 Contact: Office of Emergency Management communications@ceooem.lacounty.gov Residents Advised of Extreme Heat Risks Ongoing elevated temperatures necessitate planning ahead and taking action The National Weather Service has predicted ongoing elevated heat conditions for much of ...
Nearly three dozen lobsters were seized from alleged poachers on the Santa Monica Pier.(California Department of Fish and Wildlife / Facebook)Topline:Nearly three dozen lobsters were seized and six people were arrested for poaching at the Santa Monica Pier, state wildlife officials announced Tue...
Park Royale Trailer Park in Van Nuys on June 11, 2026. Van Nuys, which is in the San Fernando Valley, has cool winter nights and hot summer days. (Jules Hotz / KQED)Maria Franco has lived in the Park Royale Mobile Home Community for 25 years, in the Van Nuys neighborhood in north Los Angeles. T...
As the number of cyclosporiasis cases grows, experts share tips on how to safely consume produce.
Boyle Heights activists are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to order a mandatory evacuation of the neighborhood, saying a recent warehouse fire has poisoned the air.
Two semi-trucks crashed on the 101 Freeway, forcing the closure of nearly all westbound lanes in Tarzana Tuesday morning.
Mando and Grogu are coming home! Experience Lucasfilm's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" on digital platforms July 21 and 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray Aug. 25.
This is the second known infestation of the glassy-winged sharpshooter in plants sold at California Costco warehouses in recent months. The invasive insect can be deadly to grapevines and threatens the state's massive wine industry.
The owner of the Langham Hotel in Pasadena will pay $320,000 to settle a lawsuit that alleges it price gouged victims following the 2025 January wildfires.
The final trailer for Ridley Scott's latest epic "The Dog Stars" just dropped! Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley and Josh Brolin search for remnants of humanity in a desolate post-apocalyptic world.
All About the Cinnamon in Sherman Oaks draws visitors from across the U.S. with 28 cinnamon rolls themed in honor of legendary hip-hop artists.
As the historic US Cyclospora parasite outbreak reaches California, nationwide cases have officially shattered the 2019 record. Over 33 states are affected, and Taco Bell has begun pulling ingredients.
No large data centers can be built in New York for up to a year as the state creates rules to protect the environment and its energy grid from the power-hungry facilities fueling artificial intelligence.
From "The Mandalorian" to a professional cellist, Pedro Pascal shows off his musical skills in new Searchlight Pictures movie, "Behemoth!"
Langham Hotels Pacific Corp. will pay $320,000 and issue refunds to settle a Pasadena price-gouging lawsuit from the 2025 wildfires.
Finding an affordable first home may feel tougher than ever, but new data reveals the U.S. cities where first-time buyers have the best chance to succeed.
A new documentary is exploring the deep and personal realities of living on the streets of Skid Row - the epicenter of Los Angeles' homeless crisis.
Here's what you need to know about the infection, including how it spreads, how it's diagnosed and how to treat it.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed new legislation designed to make it easier and faster to build affordable housing.
Cesar E. Chavez Avenue at Evergreen Avenue in Boyle Heights on March 18.(Laura Anaya-Morga / Boyle Heights Beat)This story first appeared on The LA Local.Los Angeles County is asking residents whether streets, parks, buildings and other public property named after former labor leader César E. Chá...
An extreme heat warning for Southern California could pose a health risks for vulnerable residents as temperatures climb into the triple digits in some inland areas.
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